According to an investigation done by the BDA, NHS dental care across the UK for special care patients is suffering due to financial pressures, leaving dentists concerned they will be unable to maintain the services they provide to their patients against a tide of decline and neglect.

The survey done, examined dentists that focus on treating special care patient groups, two-thirds who responded stated that they are increasingly worried as dental posts have been lost or not replaced due to reorganization or budget cuts.

I live in New Jersey I would like to be able to compare dental insurance health plans to make sure I am getting the best coverages for the best price.  I see many dental plans that are costly but the coverages do not look all that good to me. I am only needing dental insurance for an individual where can I go to get the best price dental plan?

I own a small business with family member and non family members.  I am not sure if I can have a group plan since I only have four non family members.  Which is better to get individuals plans for the few employees then help pay for part the cost or a small group plan if it is available. I am even willing to look at dental discount plans if there are providers in our area and we can keep the cost down.

OFT in Britain is set to launch a nationwide survey into whether private and NHS dentists are providing good care to the patients. OFT was acting on information put out by Which? magazine

OFT will now look into these major points:

1) Is easy for patients to change their dentists
2) Are patients given proper and full information regarding different payment methods and  treatments available.
3) Whether the system for customer redress works and how the dentistry services are sold.

During the course of dental treatment for a tooth infection at a dental clinic an English woman dies when she has a sever reaction to the mouthwash.  After she rinsed her mouth out with the mouthwash Corsodyl,  she complained that she felt very hot and itchy.

Seconds later she fell to the floor after suffering an anaphylactic shock and died almost instantly.  Paramedics where there in only a few minutes but were unable to revive her.  An investigation will be done to ascertain the reason behind such a severe reaction to the mouthwash.

Make sure you tell your dentist of any thing you may be allergic too.

I am looking for a dental plan with no restrictions on dental services and is hassle free for me when dealing claims forms.  I had dental insurance in the past that was not only costly but it was pain having to file out claims and wait for my money to be returned to me.  Are there any good alternatives that will help me with my dental care cost.

Our current dental office stated that they take most dental insurance plans and that the Aetna dental plan is one of the ones they are a provider in.  My question is I found the Aenta plan but I do not see them on the provider list. Does that matter if they say they take the plan?

A study published by GUT suggests that certain types of mouth bacteria, some of which are found in gum disease, for example Granulicatella adjacens, are linked to the development of pancreatic cancer.  It is important to see a dentist twice a year to maintain good oral health and to help prevent other health issues.

A recent study shows that even people with dental insurance put off their dental care needs because of out-of-pocket expenses were still too costly for them.  These cost issues do not only impact the lower-income household but middle income households as well.

Preventive dental care has never been more important.   Most dental insurance plans stress preventive dental care. They do this by providing no to very low co-payments for preventive dental care services. By having good at home dental habits and seeing your dentist for preventive dental care you can help to keep your dental cost low.

You may be able to  receive help for dental care though the US Department of Health.  Everyone is eligible to use a free clinic, it just requires a lot of waiting in line.  Since most dental clinic provide services on a first come first serve basis and normally do not make appointments. To find a federally funded health care center you can go to  US Department of Health and Human Services – Health Resources and Services Administration website.

For the many people who do not have dental insurance and are in the  low income bracket, dental schools are a good way to receive more affordable dental care.  There are people that do not receive dental benefits though their employment and  they are unable to afford dental  insurance on their own.  These people also tend to avoid going to the dentist even when necessary due to cost factors.

Dental schools provide a good way to receive dental care at a more affordable cost. Most dental schools often offer cheaper dental care services, then a local general dentist. Dental schools will normally work with you to determine the cost of dental care, by evaluating patients free of charge and by working to create a treatment plan that is priced within your means. Though every school is different, most schools have walk-in, emergency care and appointment services.

People spend hours on their food shopping to make sure where to get the best prices comparing coupons to five or more stores.  However when it comes to their own dental care needs,  very few shop to make sure the getting the best cost for their dental care.  Sadly many more people continue to pay overly high prices for their dental care or worse avoid going to a dentist due to cost fears.

By finding out the cost of dental services such as office visits, x-rays, cleanings,  fillings  etc.  at a few dental office it will help empower you to seek out more affordable dental care.  If you been with your dentist for a while shop the dental office out. This is not say you have to leave but if you find that other dental offices in the area are less expensive, then talk to your dental office to see if they are willing to match cost in order to keep you as their patient.

Find out if the dental office has a website.  Many dental offices offer savings if you book your first appointment though their website. Always ask if there are any other specials or saving that they are running.  If you are paying cash see about getting a cash discount. You may also want to find a dental office that offers affordable payment plan options for the more costly dental services so that you can still afford to have any needed dental care.

There is one sure way in keeping your dental care cost low, and that is by having  good dental habits at home.  You  may have heard this before but flossing and brushing your teeth daily will help  to prevent cavities and gum disease.  With proper preventive dental care at home you can prevent larger more costly dental services done at the dentist.  It is that simple.

Because of our current dismal economy many people are not seeing their dentist as often as the should.  You are not the only one putting of the trip to the dentist due to cost.  Wanting to pay the next credit card bill then paying a dentist for care you may not be able to afford.

In fact according to a 2011 survey of dental care affordability and accessibility 77% of Americans without dental care delayed further dental visits due to the cost of care. The survey also shows that 73% of Americans do not even know what their dental care costs.

What you should know before buying dental insurance in order to have dental bridge or partial.  Whenever possible do not pull out teeth prior to buying dental insurance.  This is because many dental insurance plans have missing teeth clauses.  Meaning that if the teeth were missing prior to the plan effective date they will not cover for a new bridge or partial to be put in.

Some dental insurance plan will replace bridges, partials and denture but only after you had your old one in for five or more years. (Therefore they will normally ask for proof. )

If you have current missing teeth it does not mean you can not find dental insurance to help you fix  your smile.  Just read the terms and conditions carefully.  Make sure the dental insurance plan you are buying is going to cover for the dental services you want.

I also suggest not to rule out dental discount plans.  With dental discount plan preexisting is not excluded including missing teeth. So for a low monthly cost of a dental discount plan you can have some saving off getting a dental bridge without any waiting periods or exclusions.

When buying dental insurance  for adults braces make sure you read each plans terms and conditions carefully.  Although there are dental insurance plans that will offer adult braces there are still many dental insurance plan that only offer Orthodontic dental services to minors.

You may also want to keep in mind when shopping for adult braces,  that many dental insurance plans only offer coverages for basic metal braces.  Metal braces may be fine for a child but for an adult that may not be the case.   If you are looking for clear braces or  invisaligns  or any other specialty braces that are not covered under dental insurance then you may want to review a dental discount plan for your Orthodontic needs.

On a dental discount plan they offer dental saving off any type of braces for any age group.  Therefore a dental discount plan would save you money on your Orthodontic needs as long as there is an Orthodontic dentist in the plan that does the type of services you are looking for.

Shopping for dental insurance can become confusing.  How do you know if the dental services you want to have is cover under the plan you are reviewing.  How can you make sure that you are buying a dental insurance plan that covers the dental service you may need.

Know your ADA codes.  ADA codes are codes use by the dentist and the dental insurance company so that the insurance company knows what dental services is being provided.   So when you are shopping for dental insurance ask your dentist for the dental ADA codes that they may be quoting for you whenever possible. Also it is possible that not all the ADA codes are listed on the company fee schedule so if you do not see what you are looking for, call the company and confirm if it covered prior to buying the plan.

I live in Georgia and I want a dental insurance plan that either has very high maximum limitations or no annual limitations at all.  I know I need a lot of dental work so getting a dental plan that will max out at $1000 a year is not going to help me. I need something that is at least double the amount or more really.  Be great if you have a dental plan that does not limit you in what they are willing to spend.  I would be willing to spend more for such a plan.

I live in San Francisco CA and I am looking for a low cost dental provider plan.  I see you offer many different dental plan in CA and I would like to know more about how they work.   I am looking more toward the lower cost plans and not the high end dental plan right now.  I am new to having to get a dental plan on my own so I do not know what I should really be looking for in a dental plan.

I am going over the dental discount plans that are available on your website for people living  in New Jersey.  I am low income and can not afford dental insurance,  so a discount plan seem to fit my needs the best right now.  I have not been to a dentist in a few years so picking a provider in network is not a problem I just like to know how to go about picking a good dentist.  Also I would like to know if I can change dentist in the provider network if I want to.